Post-fight analysis indicates Khamzat Chimaev's conditioning issues may stem from last-minute plan changes, with one theory suggesting he was preparing for a light heavyweight debut before being redirected to face Sean Strickland. Despite working with top sports science professionals, Chimaev's cardio lasted only one round, raising questions about the preparation. The analyst also compared Joshua Van versus Tatsuro Taira to the Moreno-Figueiredo rivalry for a younger generation, predicting future title implications. Additionally, the post noted Alexander Volkov received favorable judging for the second consecutive close fight, following controversial scoring in his bout with Ciryl Gane.
